Publishes last novel The Reivers.

In 1962, William Faulkner published his final novel, The Reivers, just months before his death. Unlike the dense, brooding narratives that defined much of his earlier work, The Reivers is a more accessible, nostalgic tale—often described as a “comic picaresque.” Set in the early 1900s, the story follows a group of unlikely companions, including an 11-year-old boy, a coachman, and a family friend, as they embark on a spirited adventure from rural Mississippi to Memphis in a stolen car. The Reivers blends humor, sentimentality, and mischief while still exploring deeper themes like race, class, and coming of age. Its tone is lighter than Faulkner’s previous novels, yet it retains his signature insight into human nature and Southern identity. The book was warmly received and won Faulkner his second Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1963, awarded posthumously. As a closing chapter to his legendary career, The Reivers stands as a fitting farewell—bridging the gravity of his legacy with a tale full of heart and humanity. #MomentsOfLife #MoofLife_Moment #MoofLife #WilliamFaulkner #TheReivers #FinalNovel #PulitzerPrizeWinner #SouthernLiterature #ComingOfAgeStory #LiteraryFarewell